1. What is the main purpose of a Focus Group Discussion (FGD)?

A. To collect numerical data only
B. To explore participants’ experiences through group interaction
C. To test hypotheses statistically
D. To conduct a written survey

2. How many participants are typically involved in an FGD?

A. 1–2
B. 3–5
C. 6–12
D. Over 50

3. Who leads and manages the flow of an FGD session?

A. Timekeeper
B. Moderator
C. Observer
D. Data coder

4. Which type of questions are mostly used in FGDs?

A. True/false questions
B. Closed-ended questions
C. Open-ended questions
D. Multiple-choice questions

5. What makes FGDs different from individual interviews?

A. More structured
B. No interaction among participants
C. Group interaction generates richer data
D. Only one person speaks

6. What is a key benefit of using FGD in qualitative research?

A. Produces statistical generalisations
B. Generates rich, interactive data
C. Eliminates researcher bias completely
D. Requires minimal planning

7. What role does the note-taker play in an FGD?

A. Leads the discussion
B. Records key points and non-verbal cues
C. Answers participants' questions
D. Decides who speaks next

8. Which of the following best describes FGD data?

A. Numerical
B. Statistical
C. Narrative and descriptive
D. Experimental

9. FGDs are especially useful for:

A. Testing laboratory samples
B. Exploring perceptions and attitudes
C. Conducting experiments
D. Measuring blood pressure

10. What is an essential characteristic of a good FGD moderator?

A. Dominant
B. Biased
C. Neutral and facilitative
D. Silent

11. Which of the following is NOT a strength of FGD?

A. Provides multiple perspectives
B. Generates rich insights
C. Produces in-depth numerical analysis
D. Encourages participant interaction

12. When is an FGD most useful?

A. When generalisation is the primary goal
B. When exploring new issues or topics
C. When testing statistical hypotheses
D. When collecting numerical scores

13. What is the ideal duration for an FGD?

A. 5–10 minutes
B. 20–30 minutes
C. 60–120 minutes
D. More than 5 hours

14. What type of data analysis is typically used after an FGD?

A. Thematic analysis
B. Regression analysis
C. ANOVA
D. t-test

15. Which of the following is a common challenge in FGDs?

A. Too many numerical responses
B. Dominant participants controlling the discussion
C. Lack of group interaction
D. High laboratory costs

16. Why is FGD useful in needs assessment?

A. It gathers collective views on what is needed
B. It measures blood samples
C. It produces exam scores
D. It records weather patterns

17. What should a moderator avoid during an FGD?

A. Encouraging participation
B. Asking open-ended questions
C. Influencing participants with personal opinions
D. Keeping time

18. Which tool is commonly used to support FGD recording?

A. Thermometer
B. Audio recorder
C. Microscope
D. Calculator

19. What type of environment is ideal for conducting an FGD?

A. Noisy and crowded
B. Quiet and comfortable
C. Bright outdoor location
D. Dark room

20. Which of the following best summarises the value of FGD?

A. Produces deep understanding through group interaction
B. Generates laboratory results
C. Monitors temperature
D. Produces exam scores